Session 11 Water Saving Opportunities

An Introduction to Water Saving Opportunities

EMSI Training

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Water Saving Opportunities

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Water Saving Opportunities

Internal Water Use•Tap•Showerhead•Bath•Clothes

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Water Saving Opportunities

Internal Water Use•Tap•Showerhead•Bath•Clothes

External Water Use•Irrigation•Pool/Spa•Alternative water source – rainwater, greywater

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Taps- Water Saving Opportunities

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Taps

•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)

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Taps

•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install Tap Aerators

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Taps

•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install Tap Aerators•Install Flow Controllers

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Taps

•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install Tap Aerators•Install Flow Controllers•Install Flow Restrictors

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Taps

•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install Tap Aerators•Install Flow Controllers•Install Flow Restrictors

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•Check tap leaks

Taps

•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install Tap Aerators•Install Flow Controllers•Install Flow Restrictors•Check tap leaks•Avoid running water to wash things in the sink.

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Taps

•Select WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install Tap Aerators•Install Flow Controllers•Install Flow Restrictors•Check tap leaks•Avoid running water to wash things in the sink.•Avoid leaving tap running while washing or brushing.

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Tap Water Saving Opportunities

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Showerheads

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Showerheads

•WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)

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Showerheads

•WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install flow controller

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Showerheads

•WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install flow controller•Reduce shower times

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Showerheads

•WELS products (3 star: 7.5-9 L/min, 4 star:6-7.5L/min)•Install flow controller•Reduce shower times•Check leaks regularly.

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Washing Machine

• High star rating - check the energy and water rating. • Check for leaks regularly. • Choose a washing machine that is right for your situation. • Always wash full loads and wash clothes only when required.

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Toilet

• High water star rated toilet

• Repair toilet leaks

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Dishwasher

• Select high energy/water rating• Fill your dishwasher before running• Check for leaks regularly

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Swimming

• Top up swimming pools from a rainwater tank or from a downpipe rainwater diverter.

• Use a pool cover to reduce water evaporation.

• Utilise alternative water to top up the pool, e.g. bore water.

• Can the reject water be captured and reused for garden watering?

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Outdoor Water Use•Efficient irrigation system

•Flow control & Timer

•Install a rainwater tank to supply to pool, toilet, washing machine, etc.

•Install a grey water system for garden use.

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BibliographyAmazon. "Flow Restrictor". Accessed June 19, 2012. http://www.amazon.com/Eemax-EX61-Restrictor-0-5-GPM/dp/B001G0E5CM

Aqua-Net Pty Ltd. External Water Use". Accessed June 19, 2012. http://poolcoversonline.com.au/

E & S Trading. "Taps". Accessed June 19, 2012. http://www.estrading.com.au/blanco-fixed-long-spout-tap-b5809-wels-rating-4-st/w1/i1017906/

EnviroGadget. "Tap Aerator". Accessed June 19, 2012. http://www.envirogadget.com/diy-green-gadgets/water-saving-tap-aerator-diy-kit/

G Store. "Internal Water Use". Accessed June 19, 2012. http://www.gstore.com.au/catalog/bathroom-tapware-showers-c-17_19.html

WELS Scheme. "Shower Heads". Accessed June 19, 2012. http://www.waterrating.gov.au/manufacturers/index.html

The Introduction continues in Session 12 Tool Training

Session 11 Introduction